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Wondering what to get your boyfriend, husband or friend? Treat him to Valentine’s Day gifts for him that he’ll actually want in 2025. Whether he’s a foodie, an adventure seeker or a homebody, we offer a wide variety of gifts for him that are sure to cater to his preferences and interests. Take your partner to a cocktail making class, learn a new skill at a woodworking class or cosy it up with a candle making class. Whatever he prefers, experience gifts are definitely the best gift for Valentine’s Day, giving you plenty of time to wind down, reconnect and spend quality time with your lover. By the time he unwraps this gift experience, he’ll be thanking you long after February 14th is over!
Ready to dive right in? Discover our top 20 Valentine’s Day gifts for him in Australia!
Culinary Valentine’s gifts for him
1. Whisky tasting experiences
Wind down after work and head to a whisky tasting experience together this Valentine’s Day! You’ll both learn all about whisky, how to discern complex flavour profiles and understand the intricate production methods behind different whisky varieties. From Scottish whisky tasting in Melbourne to a Japanese whisky tasting in Sydney, you’ll find the perfect date night idea, no matter where you are in the country.
2. BBQ cooking classes
Transform your partner's backyard cooking skills with a fun BBQ masterclass that goes beyond basic grilling. These BBQ cooking workshops dive deep into the art of meat preparation, teaching everything from selecting the perfect cut to creating secret marinades that will impress everyone at your next BBQ party. An amazing Valentine’s gift day for a BBQ lover!
3. Sushi making classes
Is your partner’s favourite food Japanese? Gift him a unique sushi making class near you! Forget cliche date nights and embrace a hands-on culinary adventure with sushi making. He’ll learn how to make sushi from scratch and dive deep into this intricate process. By the end of the class, he is free to eat the sushi that he’s made!
4. Barista courses
The perfect gift for a coffee lover, take your partner to a barista course in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and beyond! Guided by experienced local baristas, your giftee will get to learn the art of coffee making, from selecting the right coffee beans to making beautiful latte art. He’ll love the chance to upskill his coffee routine and might also be a treat for you. Think: coffee morning dates or him making coffee for you!
5. Tea blending classes
Does your boyfriend or husband love tea instead? We’ve got his Valentine’s gift covered: a tea blending workshop! This class introduces the mindful art of making and drinking tea, where he can step inside a quiet space and immediately feel relaxed and inspired. Your partner can then make a custom tea blend and take it to use for cosy nights at home.
6. Cocktail classes
A cocktail class is the ideal gift for the home bartender. Your significant other can learn how to make classic cocktails like a pro, under the guidance of master mixologists. The class usually begins with a demonstration and then it’s time to put the skills to the test! He can come behind the bar and shake and muddle the cocktails himself. Who knows, he might just end up buying some more cocktail equipment after the class!
Valentine’s Day gifts for him who are into art
7. Street art and graffiti workshops
For the guy who loves pushing creative boundaries, gift a street art and graffiti workshop! Professional artists guide him through the art of spray painting and then he’ll have the creative freedom to make whatever he wants!
Looking for Sydney date ideas? Try this graffiti wall session at Sip and Spray Sydney in Tempe and explore each other’s artistic side.
8. Photography classes
If your partner’s always taking photos on your date nights or getaway trips, it’s time to gift him a photography class that he’ll actually want! This way, you can transform his photos into high-quality images that are good enough to post on Instagram.
9. Drawing classes
Watch your partner’s creativity flourish at a drawing workshop! Whether he’s a complete beginner or has some drawing experience, everyone is welcome to join. He’ll learn fundamental sketching techniques, understand perspective and shading and take home an artwork he can feel proud of.
Valentine gift ideas for men who love staying at home
10. Terrarium making classes
Dating or married to a homebody? We offer Valentine’s Day gifts for him that are perfect for men who prefer staying at home and want to bring back some life and energy into their space. First on the list is terrarium workshops, which offer a unique blend of botanical design and creative expression. He’ll learn to create miniature ecosystems and how to care for them at home. This is a great and simple way to add some nature to your home (if you don’t already have plants, that is!).
11. Tufting workshops
Gift a tufting class to your man who’s always looking for ways to upcycle his home decor. Tufting classes can help him to make a custom tufted rug of his own design, whether it’s a favourite cartoon character, a pet portrait or something that symbolises your relationship or first date together.
12. Candle making classes
Reconnect with your senses (and each other!) at a candle making class! Guided by friendly teachers, he’ll make candles from scratch and choose favourite scents that match well with your home.
Adventurous Valentine gift ideas for guys
13. Metalwork classes
If your significant other is an adventure seeker, we do have plenty of crafty Valentine gift suggestions that will be perfect for him. Up next is metalwork classes! Here, men will get a chance to roll up their sleeves and learn some new technical skills. From knife making to wedling courses, you’ll find the ultimate gift for your man who loves working with his hands.
14. Woodworking classes
Woodworking workshops are another good Valentine gift for your boyfriend or husband, where he’ll learn how to make personalised wood projects, like his own coffee table, cooking spoon or a comfort bird to always keep in his pocket.
15. Glassblowing classes
Take him to a glassblowing class and transform molten glass into beautiful works of art! Doesn’t matter if he’s new to glass art, an experienced instructor is here to guide him step-by-step through the process. By the end of the class, you can take home colourful and unique paperweights, baubles and more!
16. Axe throwing classes
A high-energy experience that combines skill-building with pure excitement, axe throwing experiences teach professional throwing techniques in a safe, competitive environment. Your partner will learn precision, control and enjoy a uniquely thrilling activity that breaks from traditional date experiences.
Looking for date night ideas in Brisbane? Bring your date to an axe throwing class at Lumber Parks in West End and compete with each other to see which one is better!
Valentine’s Day gifts for quality time
17. Ring making classes
Is your partner’s love language quality time? Like most men, all they want truly is just some time with you. And these gift experiences help you exactly achieve that! This way, you can reconnect with your lover and get to know each other more and more (even if you’ve been together for a long time). We recommend a ring making class to start off your Valentine’s Day night. These jewellery making workshops offer a chance to design and create a truly personal piece that you can engrave with initials or an important relationship date.
18. Wheel throwing classes
Pottery wheel workshops might just be one of our most popular Valentine’s Day gifts. Spend the day or night at an intimate pottery studio, work with clay side by side and have fun learning how to create your own ceramic pieces. Bonus tip: BYO favourite drink and let the conversations flow!
19. Paint and sip classes
Speaking of drinks, a paint and sip class is a great V-day gift for you both, where you can enter a relaxed, social atmosphere and simply paint away! Our paint and sip classes are quite casual, so it’s up to you what you want to paint, our teacher will go around and guide you if needed.
If you’re searching for Melbourne Valentine gifts, make your way to 345 Art Creative in Mont Albert. Their space hosts plenty of paint and sip classes, perfect for your next Valentine’s date night idea. Grab an apron, pick up a paintbrush and “achieve something that you never knew you could! We speak to a lot of people that come in for our sip and paint workshops and at the end of the class, they love what they’ve created and realise paint and sip is its own kind of therapy.”
20. Perfume making classes
Last but certainly not least on our list is perfume workshops, which may be a surprising gift for him and you, but it actually was a great Valentine experience that delighted both men and women. You’ll learn the art of perfume blending and take home a personalised fragrance that matches well with your scent preferences.
